Common Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum virginianum)
Not a denizen of mountains, despite the common name- mountain mint is an adaptable and pollinator friendly plant. Will happily populate bare soil, so good for filling space! As with other mints, it is rarely browsed.
Light: Full Sun
Soil Moisture: Wet, Wet Mesic, Mesic
Soil Type: Adaptable
Height: 1'-3’
Bloom Color: White
Bloom Time: Jul-Aug
Root Type: Rhizome
Notable Wildlife Interactions: Flowers attract many bees, wasps, flies, butterflies, and beetles. The minty fragrance of the foliage often deters browsers.